Know Your Beef: Understanding the Difference Between Our Premium and Standard Offerings
If you've been following our journey, you know that transparency and trust are at the heart of everything we do here at The Maker's Meadow. As more folks look closely at where their food comes from, I want to take a moment to explain the key differences between our Premium and Standard beef offerings. While both are far removed from conventional feedlot beef, theyâre not the sameâand thatâs intentional. Hereâs what you need to know: 𼊠Premium Beef Raised Right Here on Our Farm Our Premium beef is the gold standardâregeneratively raised by our own hands, with full control over every step of the process. These animals roam freely on diverse pasture, nurtured by nature. â What Itâs Free From: đž GMOs â No genetically modified feed or seed. đ Steroids & Hormones â Never used to enhance growth. đ Antibiotics â Absolutely none, ever. đ Vaccines â Not administered; we focus on natural immunity. â ď¸ Chemicals â No synthetic dewormers, pesticides, or sprays. đ Regenerative Practices â Always improving soil, water, and wildlife health. đ˘ Best for: Those seeking the cleanest, most natural beef availableâwith full transparency and minimal environmental impact. đ Standard Beef Sourced from a Trusted Farming Partner Our Standard beef is still raised with integrityâon pasture, with humane careâfrom Marksbury Farm in Lexington, Kentucky, who shares our commitment to better meat. But since itâs not under our direct stewardship, there are a few important differences. â What Itâs Free From: đž GMOs đ Steroids & Hormones â ď¸ What We Canât Guarantee: â ď¸ Chemicals â Possible use of synthetic dewormers or pasture treatments. đ Vaccines â May be used as part of herd health protocols. đ Antibiotics â Could be administered if deemed necessary for animal welfare. đĄ Best for: Customers looking for a high-quality, pasture-raised option at a more accessible price point, but who may not require the same level of purity as our Premium line. đ¤ Why Offer Both? Raising truly regenerative beef is deeply rewardingâbut also labor-intensive and limited in scale. By offering both Premium and Standard options, weâre able to: Serve more families and communities Support other responsible farmers Stay true to our values of honesty and health Whether you choose Premium or Standard, youâre rejecting factory farming and supporting a future where soil, animals, and people thrive together. đŹ Have Questions? Iâm always here to talk. When you know your farmer, you know your foodâand Iâm grateful to walk this path with you. đ§ Reach out anytime: support@makersmeadow.com Eat well and stay grounded.